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Fish and chip van hire in RM8
Fish and chip van hire across RM8, from Becontree Heath, Barking and Becontree. Weddings, parties, staff days, fêtes and wakes, fried fresh at the hatch.
Fish and chip van hire in RM8
Where we cater in RM8
What we do in RM8
- Wedding fish and chip van
- Funeral and wake catering
- Christmas party fish and chips
- Fish and chip van for parties
- Care home fish and chip visits
- Film and TV set catering
- Festivals, fêtes and school events
- Corporate fish and chip catering
- Fish and chip van hire
- See everything we do
Send us your event details and postcode and we’ll reply with a price: use our quote form.
Fish and chip van hire across RM8
Rain does not stop a fish and chip van, because the fryers are inside. That makes it a safe bet for British events. Popular choices include pie and chips, gravy and mushy peas, and we are frequently booked for weddings, especially the evening and gatherings after a funeral.
Because we cook inside the van, rain does not stop us. Guests will still appreciate a bit of cover near the hatch.
- Contact us with the basics: when, where and roughly how many.
- A photo of the parking spot helps us check the van will fit.
- Closer to the day, we confirm the arrival time and serving time.
- The van rolls up, the hatch opens and the fryers get going for your guests.
- Last portion served, we tidy up and head off.
Cost
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
Why book our van
- Mushy peas, curry sauce and gravy on the side
- A quote that spells everything out
- Events in RM8 and across Greater London
- Fried fresh, not kept warm
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Around Becontree Heath
Bookings here are often close to Eastbrook pub, St. Edward's Church of England School and William Bellamy Primary School, among other places. Other local landmarks include All Saints Catholic School and Technology College (less than half a mile south-west), Parsloes Park (1.6 miles south-west) and Hartley Brook Church (less than half a mile north-west). For guests coming by rail, the closest station is Chadwell Heath station, roughly 1.1 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Redbridge Museum (3.4 miles west) and The Brewery (1.4 miles north-east). Within reach you will find The Chase Nature Reserve.
- Other local spots include Dagenham (under half a mile south-east)
Chip van hire across RM8
Across RM8, we serve 3 towns and 0 villages and hamlets, so the setting can be anything from Barking, Becontree and Goodmayes to a quiet hamlet: firm ground, access and agreed timings.
Becontree Heath: Historic houses near Becontree Heath include Hare Hall (2.9 miles north-east) and Eastbury Manor House (3.1 miles south-west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on vehicles and caterers early. Coming by train? The nearest station is Chadwell Heath station, about 1.1 miles west. Evening events need a little planning for light: in Becontree Heath, sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, but by late December it is dark by about 3:50pm, so winter bookings need lighting by the hatch.
What a fish and chip van costs
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How many people are eating
- The length of service
- How easy the site is to reach
- The menu and how many choices
A chip van often compares well with a plated meal, as there is no kitchen to hire and nothing to wash up. Ask us for a quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Access details such as gates and narrow lanes
- Dietary needs, with numbers
- Rough numbers for adults and children
- The address or venue name
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. A photo of the spot helps too. To send your details, use our quote form.
What comes out of the fryer
Gravy
A pot of gravy turns chips into comfort food.
Sausage and chips
Sausage and chips covers anyone who does not want fish, and it’s a favourite with children.
Planning the van’s spot
Plenty of places work for the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Light near the van and the queue for evening service
- Somewhere close to where people will eat
- Permission from the venue or landowner for the van
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. With a fish and chip van, you get hot food without the work.
A chip van compared with other options
Barbecues cook in batches, and someone has to stand over the grill. With a van, nobody misses the event.
What your quote should include
- How late numbers can change
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How much space the van takes up
- Exactly what’s included in the price
FAQs for RM8
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Even at short notice, it’s worth asking.
Can you feed a lot of people?
It depends on numbers and timings. Staggering groups and keeping the menu short both help.
How fast is service?
It depends on numbers, the menu and how people arrive. Give us your numbers and service window, and we will plan to keep the queue moving.
Where can the van park?
Less than you might think: a drive, a car park, a yard or a firm lawn, with a clear way in. Send us a picture if you’re not sure.
What happens if it rains?
We carry on in the rain, because the fryers are inside. Very soft ground can be a problem, so plan a back-up spot on a hard surface.
Can the van park on the street?
Only where it’s legal to park, or with a council parking suspension or road closure. Ask your council early.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
Generally, if it’s firm and dry. Soft, wet ground can trap any vehicle, so have a hard-surface back-up.
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch